If you’ve ever felt frustrated or discouraged by breaking resolutions, this episode reframes the entire conversation. The issue isn’t discipline or motivation. It’s that most of us were never taught how to lead ourselves in a way that works with how our brains actually operate.

In this episode, we explore how self-leadership really works, why autopilot takes over under stress, and how identity, environment, and mental priming shape your daily choices. You’ll walk away with practical tools to take back control of your habits, stop relying on willpower, and start building change that feels sustainable, intentional, and aligned with the person you want to become.

Additional resources:

Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear

Neuroplasticity | Psychology Today

The Neurobiology of Habits | Psychology Today

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Most people don’t hate work.
They hate how work makes them feel.

In this episode, we break down what actually separates managers people avoid from leaders people trust, follow, and stay for. Not theory. Not corporate buzzwords. Real, human leadership skills you can use immediately.

You’ll learn:

• How to build trust faster than you think
• Why most one-on-ones fail and how to make them meaningful
• How to give feedback without triggering defensiveness
• When to coach, when to mentor, and when to step back
• How to read what people really need, help, space, or support

Whether you manage people, want to step into leadership, or just want to protect your energy at work, this episode gives you practical tools to create healthier, more human work environments.

Because leadership today isn’t about control.
It’s about trust, impact, and the experience people have working with you.

Additional resources:

Harvard Business Review Manager's Handbook: The 17 Skills Leaders Need to Stand Out

Supercommunicators with journalist Charles Duhigg | A Bit of Optimism Podcast

The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything

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Managing your manager is one of the most important career skills no one teaches you. In this episode, we break down practical, real-world tips for managing up, building trust, setting boundaries, and influencing your boss without authority.

You will learn how to handle micromanagers, increase visibility, push back on unrealistic expectations, and create more autonomy at work, without damaging relationships or your reputation.

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